Baltimore, Maryland – A Flood Watch is in effect from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday across parts of western Maryland, northern Virginia, and eastern West Virginia, where heavy rainfall from multiple storm systems could trigger flash flooding and hazardous road conditions.
According to the National Weather Service in Baltimore/Washington, temperatures will dip into the 60s overnight before showers and thunderstorms begin spreading northeast after midnight. Rainfall rates may overwhelm streambanks and low-lying areas, particularly where soil is already saturated.
In Maryland, Garrett and Allegany counties are under the watch. Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley—including Harrisonburg, Staunton, and areas along I-81—faces increased risk due to multiple rounds of storms expected throughout the day. West Virginia cities like Franklin, Petersburg, and Romney could also see localized flooding in poor-drainage zones.
Drivers are urged to avoid water-covered roads and be prepared for delays. Residents in flood-prone areas should charge devices, monitor alerts, and have evacuation plans ready.
The storm threat may persist into the evening hours, and further advisories could be issued if rainfall intensifies or shifts eastward.
